Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Trip
Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Trip
At the designated time, we'll board a comfortable air-conditioned minibus. You'll admire the rural Polish landscapes during this short ride to Wieliczka, located only 9.32 miles (15 kilometers) from Krakow.
Once you get to this UNESCO World Heritage site, you'll follow your knowledgeable guide down 350 steps into one of the oldest salt mines in Europe. During this 2.1-mile (3.5-kilometer) walking tour, you'll discover over 20 salt-chiseled rooms, some of which are beautifully decorated, as well as underground lakes, the tools and utensils used by the miners, and curious salt-made sculptures and low reliefs.
The guide will explain the history of this salt mine and how it was transformed into a charming "underground village." Then, we'll return to the surface of the salt mine by climbing on the original elevator used by miners. You'll also have the chance to purchase unique souvenirs made from salt rock!
After 4 to 5 hours, we'll conclude the tour by returning to the starting point.
Interesting Facts about the Salt Mine
Although you will find out all about this unique masterpiece during this day trip, here is a list of curious facts about the mine:
- Created by nature 15 million years ago
- The mine was opened in the 13th century and closed in 1978
- It receives over one million visitors per year
- Visited for the first time in the 15th century
- UNESCO declared it a World Heritage site in 1978
- The mine is over 186 miles (300 kilometers) long, with 3000 chambers and 9 floors
- The guided tour of the Salt Mine includes 378 steps
Pickup Point
During the booking process, you'll see a drop-down menu with different pickup points in Kraków. You'll need to select one of them to be picked up at the indicated time.
If the drop-down menu is not shown, pickup will take place at the designated time at the following location in the center of Kraków: 14 Straszewskiego Street.
Auschwitz & Salt Mine Tour
To save money and visit Krakow's two unmissable tours on the same day, click here to book our combo tour: Krakow Combo: Auschwitz and Salt Mine Tour.
More Information
Duration
4 - 5h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup (depending on availability)
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Wieliczka Salt Mine
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Krakow Booking
Corporate name: ETG Poland s.c. Marcin Gil, Dariusz Żelazny
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Supercracow
Corporate name: Michaels Group Michał Ciężadło
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - If i'm claustrophobic should I take this excursion?
A - The visit to the salt mines could be traumatic for someone with claustrophobia. During the visit there are chambers, narrow corridors, salt chapels, and lakes, climbing down stairs and taking elevators.
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Q - Is it possible to take this visit with a person in a wheelchair?
A - The tour to the salt mines is not suitable for those in a wheelchair. There is a wheelchair accessible route, but this is different to the the regular salt mines tour.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Straszewskiego 14
